Hiking

One of the best ways to experience Yosemite is by taking a hike. Here are some of hikes available in different areas of Yosemite:

• Yosemite Valley
• Glacier Point Road
• Wawona and Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
• Hetch Hetchy
• White Wolf
• Tuolumne Meadows
  
  Also available:
• A list of mileages for numerous trails in Yosemite.
• Suggestions for wildflower walks
• Snowshoe and cross-country trails for Badger Pass/Glacier Point, Mariposa Grove, and Crane Flat area (these areas are usually snowy from mid December through March).

 

A few things to remember while hiking:

• Stay on trails: taking shortcuts causes trail erosion--and is both dangerous and illegal.
• Carry (and drink) plenty of water: a leading cause of injuries on the trail is dehydration. Be sure to treat river, stream, lake, or spring water.
• Pets and bicycles are only permitted on bike paths.
• Horses and mules have the right of way on trails.
• Pack out what you pack in.
• Trails are not maintained nor are they regularly patrolled: travel carefully and at your own risk.
• Smoking while traveling on trails is prohibited, though you may smoke while stopped. (Crush out and dispose of cigarette butts in a trash receptacle.)

 

A group out exploring the park as part of one of Yosemite Conservancy Outdoor Adventures.